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Native American Heritage

I consider it a privilege to represent a state with a rich Native American heritage. In fact, I am one of the only tribal-enrolled Native Americans currently serving in Congress. My tribe is the Chickasaw Nation. They were one of the Five Civilized Tribes along with the Cherokee, Choctaw, Muskogee/Creek, and Seminole.

In our state there are currently 39 sovereign tribes. This strong tribal presence has truly helped keep our state "Indian Country." Please browse the links below to find out more information about Native American affairs, tribal history and what is being done to help preserve Indian heritage.

Native American Affairs

Bureau of Indian Affairs: Also called the BIA, the Bureau of Indian Affairs manages land belonging tribes, maintains relationships with individual tribes, and oversees education services to Native American children.